Posted 18 days ago
Electrical Superintendent
@ JDS Energy & Mining
Overview
JDS Energy & Mining is hiring an Electrical Superintendent for a site-based, fly-in/fly-out role leading electrical construction on active mining and construction projects. The work covers installation, testing, commissioning and energization of batch plant, temporary power, modular equipment and a 10MW power plant supporting freeze operations, with coordination of contractors and field crews.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and supervise electrical construction and installation on site
- Oversee testing, commissioning and energization of power systems
- Coordinate contractors, vendors and field crews
- Ensure compliance with codes, CSA standards and specifications
- Conduct inspections, safety observations and incident investigations
Requirements summary:
- Experience supervising electrical construction on industrial or mining projects
- Knowledge of CSA standards and electrical codes
- Ability to interpret electrical drawings and specifications
- Experience with LOTO and energization procedures
- Ability to work in a remote FIFO camp setting
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-19
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-19
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Construction trades |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Construction site, Plant or factory, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
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JDS Energy & Mining
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Full company description
The JDS Group of Companies (JDS) is a diverse and dynamic team of over 200 professionals focused on delivering innovative engineering, construction, procurement, reclamation and management solutions for our energy and mining customers. JDS prides itself on delivering project concepts from inception to full operations – a process it has executed for operations throughout Canada's North and across the world. JDS is committed to world-class safety and health standards, proactive environmental stewardship and leaving a lasting positive legacy for local communities in the areas in which they operate.
- LinkedIn followers
- 9,721
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 225
- Reported office locations
- Suite 900 - 999 W Hastings St, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2W2, CA
- Suite 217 - 3030 Pandosy Street, Kelowna, British Colombia V1Y 1W2, CA
- Business categories
- Mining
- Precious Metals
- Energy
- Other recorded names
- JDS Energy & Mining
- JDS Group of Companies
- Specialties
- Feasibility Studies
- Engineering
- EPCM
- Construction
- Mining
- ESG
- Rail & Track Maintenance
- and Health & Safety
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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The JDS Group of Companies (JDS) is a diverse and dynamic team of over 200 professionals focused on delivering innovative engineering, construction, procurement, reclamation and management solutions for our energy and mining customers. JDS prides itself on delivering project concepts from inception to full operations – a process it has executed for operations throughout Canada's North and across the world. JDS is…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Feasibility StudiesEngineeringEPCMConstructionMiningESGRail & Track Maintenanceand Health & Safety |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 41 |
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About the Role
JDS Energy & Mining is seeking an experienced and motivated Electrical Superintendent to support field execution on active mining and construction projects. This is a site-based, camp, fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) role responsible for leading electrical construction activities across complex industrial and mining infrastructure. The Electrical Superintendent will oversee the safe and efficient execution of electrical works associated with both temporary and permanent power systems, including batch plant electrical, temporary construction power, CSA-compliant modular equipment, and a 10MW power plant supporting freeze operations. This role acts as a critical bridge between engineering, construction, contractors, and commissioning teams to ensure successful project delivery in remote environments.
The JDS Way
All employees are expected to promote and adhere to:
- Accept No Mediocrity
- Conduct Business Professionally, Ethically, and Practically
- Be True to Our Word
- Uphold the Highest Standards of Leadership, Teamwork, and Accountability
- Maintain Open and Honest Communication
- Ensure No Harm to People, the Environment, Assets, or Reputation
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise all electrical construction and installation activities on site
- Coordinate electrical contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field crews
- Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and energization of:
- Batch plant electrical systems
- Temporary construction power systems
- CSA-compliant modular electrical equipment
- 10MW power generation infrastructure supporting freeze operations
- Site-wide temporary electrical systems and distribution
- Ensure all electrical work complies with applicable codes, CSA standards, and project requirements
- Interpret and apply electrical drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
- Monitor contractor performance, productivity, quality, and schedule adherence
- Coordinate with engineering, procurement, commissioning, and construction teams
- Participate in planning, work packaging, scheduling, and short-term execution planning
- Support commissioning and startup activities, including troubleshooting and deficiency resolution
- Conduct field inspections, safety observations, hazard assessments, and incident investigations
- Maintain accurate field documentation, including daily reports, progress tracking, and turnover packages
- Support QA/QC processes, including inspections and testing coordination
- Coordinate lockout/tagout (LOTO), isolation planning, and energization procedures
- Assist with material tracking, logistics coordination, and construction readiness planning
- Ensure all work aligns with company policies, project specifications, and regulatory requirements
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